🔑Watch movies and shows with subtitles to improve comprehension of fast speech.
🚀Expose yourself to authentic materials to learn slang and informal language.
🌍Familiarize yourself with different accents and dialects by watching content from specific regions.
🌎Understand cultural references by engaging in conversations with native speakers and consuming media from diverse backgrounds.
💡Surround yourself with the foreign language as much as possible to increase exposure and improve comprehension.
Should I use subtitles when watching movies and shows?
—Yes, turning on subtitles can greatly help improve comprehension, even native speakers use them.
How can I understand slang and informal language?
—Expose yourself to authentic materials like movies and shows to learn slang and informal expressions used by native speakers.
How can I familiarize myself with different accents and dialects?
—Watch content from specific regions and engage with language exchange partners or tutors from those regions to practice listening and speaking.
How can I understand cultural references?
—Read books, watch documentaries, and have conversations with native speakers to learn about different cultures and their references.
How can I improve my overall comprehension of native speakers?
—Immerse yourself in the foreign language as much as possible, actively listen to podcasts and videos, and learn new vocabulary to enhance comprehension.
00:00The speaker shares their experience learning different foreign languages and struggling to understand native speakers at the beginning.
03:02The first reason for not understanding native speakers is the speed of speech; watching with subtitles can be helpful.
03:52Slang and informal language used by native speakers can pose a challenge; exposure to authentic materials is recommended.
07:02Different accents and dialects can make comprehension difficult; watching content from specific regions and practicing with native speakers can help.
09:06Cultural differences, including references to pop culture and customs, can affect understanding; engaging with native speakers and learning from diverse media is suggested.
11:04Lack of exposure to real-life conversations and reliance on formal language can hinder comprehension; immerse yourself in the foreign language to improve understanding.
